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This book features a premium hardcover with a multi-foil stamped cover, combining elegance and durability for a truly luxurious finish. The intricate foil stamping adds a touch of sophistication, making it an eye-catching and high-quality addition to any collection.
The printed, folded, gathered and collated pages are sewn as one at the spine in individual signatures to each other.
Make your mark with a book cover that tells a story before you even open it! Check out this custom die-cut hardcover yearbook that reveals a hidden message—because every great book deserves a cover that’s just as memorable as its contents.
Have the print for your project ready? Our team can “Case in” a book referring to the process of attaching the book block (the gathered, sewn, or glued pages) to the hardcover case. It’s a crucial step in hardcover bookbinding, where the book block is securely affixed to the outer cover, transforming the pages into a finished book.
Enhance your book with premium finishing options: blind debossing onlays for added texture and luxury, and foil stamping for vibrant metallic highlights and more. These techniques bring sophistication and unique style to every project.
Explore our full range of post-press and finishing services, designed to meet your unique needs with precision and quality.
A method in which the pages (or signatures) of a book are sewn together using thread, creating a durable and flexible binding. For this…
A method in which the pages (or signatures) of a book are sewn together using thread, creating a durable and flexible binding. For this process, the pages are sewn through the spine, face, or folds in the signature – often creating a series of interlocking stitches.
A method in which the pages of a book are held together using a strong adhesive.
A method of attaching pages together in a book or document by punching holes along the edge and then inserting a metal or plastic coil…
A method of attaching pages together in a book or document by punching holes along the edge and then inserting a metal or plastic coil, wire, or comb-like element through those holes. Common examples include spiral binding, wire-o binding, and plastic comb binding.
Hard cover sewn options include: smyth, oversewn, saddle, side, Japanese, and coptich sewn.
A hard cover adhesive bound books include: PUR, EVA, and cold glue.
Any mechanical book can be done with a hard cover. Which include the following: Wire-O, spiral wire, plastic coil, and GBC comb.
THE binding method for any book that will be used repeatedly. The printed, folded, gathered and collated signatures are sewn together…
THE binding method for any book that will be used repeatedly. The printed, folded, gathered and collated signatures are sewn together through the spine. Creating a book that is both durable and flexible.
Common with very thin and very thick books, side sewing is simply stitching a thread the entire length of the binding edge. This parallel…
Common with very thin and very thick books, side sewing is simply stitching a thread the entire length of the binding edge. This parallel stitch can be done on book blocks that are comprised of gathered signatures or loose sheet book blocks. It is important to note that this stitch occurs on the face of the book so the book will not lay completely flat.
There are two types of side sewn binding methods: McCain (thick) and Moffett (thin).
Oversewn bindings is a type of bookbinding produced by sewing together loose leaves of paper to form a text block. Threads pass through…
Oversewn bindings is a type of bookbinding produced by sewing together loose leaves of paper to form a text block. Threads pass through small holes that have been punched in the text’s gutter margin, forming overlock stitches that attach it to previously attached sections.
A saddle-sewn book is a type of binding where the pages are folded in half and then sewn together along the spine using a needle and…
A saddle-sewn book is a type of binding where the pages are folded in half and then sewn together along the spine using a needle and thread, typically in a “saddle” shape. This method creates a durable, flexible binding, commonly used for smaller publications like booklets, magazines, or pamphlets.
A method of sewing text pages together using a chain stitch pattern. A Coptic bound book can either have an exposed spine or a wraparound…
A method of sewing text pages together using a chain stitch pattern. A Coptic bound book can either have an exposed spine or a wraparound cover that is sewn through, in either case the book will show of the sewing pattern and craftsmanship of the book.
Japanese stab binding is a traditional bookbinding technique where pages are sewn together along the spine using a series of visible…
Japanese stab binding is a traditional bookbinding technique where pages are sewn together along the spine using a series of visible stitches. The method involves drilling holes along one edge of the book, then binding the pages with thread in a decorative pattern. The stitching typically appears on the outside of the book, giving it a unique and elegant look.
Wire-O binding, also referred to as double-loop or twin-loop binding, uses a continuous hinge of double wire loops to secure the book…
Wire-O binding, also referred to as double-loop or twin-loop binding, uses a continuous hinge of double wire loops to secure the book covers and pages together.
Spiral wire binding is a bookbinding method where pages are secured together with a continuous coil of wire that spirals through holes…
Spiral wire binding is a bookbinding method where pages are secured together with a continuous coil of wire that spirals through holes punched along the edge of the pages. This type of binding allows the book to open flat and provides flexibility, making it ideal for notebooks, calendars, and manuals.
A method where pages are secured together using a continuous coil made of durable plastic. The coil is threaded through holes punched along…
A method where pages are secured together using a continuous coil made of durable plastic. The coil is threaded through holes punched along the edge of the pages, allowing the book to open fully and lay flat. This binding style is flexible, lightweight, and offers a professional finish, making it ideal for reports, presentations, manuals, and notebooks.
GBC binding uses a plastic comb with teeth to secure the pages together. Holes are punched along the edge of the pages, and the comb is…
GBC binding uses a plastic comb with teeth to secure the pages together. Holes are punched along the edge of the pages, and the comb is inserted through these holes to bind the document. The comb is then closed, keeping the pages in place.
What distinguishes Swiss binding is that the text block is fully glued to one side of the case, leaving the spine of the case exposed. The…
What distinguishes Swiss binding is that the text block is fully glued to one side of the case, leaving the spine of the case exposed. The printed pages (already bound) are mounted inside a case. Although this binding method is commonly combined with smyth sewing, you can also opt to perfect bind, saddle stitch, or side sew the book block.
A bookbinding technique where the pages in front and behind of each other are connected via a fold on the face of the book. This creates a…
A bookbinding technique where the pages in front and behind of each other are connected via a fold on the face of the book. This creates a cavity between the pages that can be flooded with colors or images to add a bit of elegance.
A flexible cover with round corners that utilizes a 9 pt latex board. This cover style is utilized in the religious market and journals.
A book with no seams, where even the inside contain a board between the pages. Due to the construction and cost of this type of book, pages…
A book with no seams, where even the inside contain a board between the pages. Due to the construction and cost of this type of book, pages counts are usually limited to 12- 24 pages.
Rings designed to hold loose, 3-hole punched pages – comes in various styles
What are the minimum and maximum quantities BindTech can produce?
We really can do it all – our Phoenix facility specializes in short runs and can do a book of one. On the flip side, our ability to leverage multiple facilities for a project allows us to tackle projects in the millions.
What is BindTech’s maximum trim size?
While there is no maximum trim size, it is important to note that books larger than 12” spine-to-face cannot be done with the same level of automation. As such, there is a significant cost discrepancy between books that are under and over 12” spine-to-face.
What is the minimum book bulk that BindTech can bind?
The general rule of thumb is 1/8”, but there are some books we can sew under 1/8” thick.
Is the grain direction of my paper important?
Grain direction should always run parallel to the spine when possible. While that’s not always possible for the text, it is critical that the endsheets and cover are correct grain. Please consult your CSR when printing cross-grained text, as “waviness” can occur.
What is the minimum thickness required for endsheets?
All furnished end sheets must be at least .006 thick (80# uncoated).
What weight stock should our covers be printed on if BindTech is going to laminate them?
Covers need to be printed on 100# text to be laminated.
Can a digital book block be Smyth sewn?
Unfortunately, not. Since Smyth sewing involves sewing through the fold in the spine, the books must come as signatures. Common sewing options for digital book blocks include side sewing and oversewing.
Is there a book BindTech can’t produce?
We do everything other than saddle stitching.
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